Contracts Engineer (Project Based) - Cairo

About the role

Innovo Group is looking for a Contracts Engineer on a project basis in Cairo. The role manages project contracts and subcontracts: reviewing risks, negotiating terms, handling claims and issuing correspondence. It supports the Contracts Manager and project teams so that contracts are implemented correctly throughout their lifecycle, administering them after award and supporting risk registers and negotiations before award.

Key responsibilities

• Administer projects' main contracts and issue contractual correspondence.
• Issue detailed claims and variation orders, and keep logs of all correspondence, claims and variations.
• Prepare detailed risk registers for each contract package at tender stage for the commercial department.
• Review and interpret contract terms, identify risks and obligations, and ensure proper implementation across departments.
• Evaluate, prepare and respond to claims, variations and time extension requests.
• Review and finalise subcontracts and supplier agreements in line with main contract requirements.
• Draft correspondence and maintain accurate records of notices and decisions.
• Assist in resolving contractual disputes and support preparation for mediation, arbitration or legal proceedings.
• Monitor subcontractors and suppliers to ensure they meet contractual obligations.
• Ensure contracts comply with company policies, FIDIC standards and Egyptian legal requirements.

Required profile

• BSc in Civil Engineering, Construction Management or a related field.
• Minimum 4 years of contracts experience in construction.
• Familiarity with Egyptian construction law.
• Fluent English.
• Contract courses are a plus.

Required skills

• Knowledge of FIDIC, EPC and design-build.
• Strong claims, dispute and risk analysis skills.
• Proficiency in MS Office and contract systems.
• Strong negotiation and communication skills.